Although horse care is usually easier and more enjoyable in the summer, there are still a number of welfare issues that can make warmer months challenging in their own way. As the number of prolonged periods of very hot weather seems to have increased in recent years, it is important that horse owners and carers are aware of how to keep their equine happy and healthy throughout the summer season.

A devastating case of atypical myopathy in Norfolk prompted us to raise awareness of the dangers to grazed horses. Atypical myopathy (AM) is caused by the ingestion of the toxin hypoglycin-A commonly found in the seeds of sycamore trees, leading to the destruction of muscle tissue including the heart. It is thought that bacterial or fungal toxins prevalent in mild climates (autumn and spring) are additional attributing factors for AM.

Owners convicted of numerous animal welfare offences.

We love our golden oldies at Redwings and we are passionate about their care. If you have an older horse, here are a few things to bear in mind; remember, what some consider to be signs of aging may actually be signs of disease.